THIS WASHINGTON CENTENARY.
New York, April 30. The centennial ceremonies to-day were commemorative of the inauguration of Washington on the 30th April, 1789. to the office of President, Depew delivered a splendid oration, in the course of which he alleged that the prosperity by the States surpassed the wildest creation of romancers, and asserted that it would be a menace to mankind if the virtues and intelligence of the people wore not sufficient to strictly prevent abuses. General Harrison briefly replied, and warmly eulogised General W ashington. The military parade lasted for six hours, The cheering for Mr Grover Cleveland, ex-president, exceeded that given for General Harrison. Three million visitors from other States and Canada arrived in the city to take part in and witness the demonstration.
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Temuka Leader, Issue 1887, 4 May 1889, Page 1
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127THIS WASHINGTON CENTENARY. Temuka Leader, Issue 1887, 4 May 1889, Page 1
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